Lahad Datu to Samarinda flights
Samarinda lies 627 km (390 mi) south of Lahad Datu, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 33 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Lahad Datu | Samarinda | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Malaysia | Indonesia |
| Population | 105,622 | 865,306 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 24 m (79 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuching) | UTC+8 (Asia/Makassar) |
| Nearest large airport | LDU, 1 km out | BPN, 91 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Samarinda
Crossing from Malaysia into Indonesia: money changes from the Ringgit to the Rupiah (IDR); sockets are Euro, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +62; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Airports at each end
Leaving Lahad Datu
Lahad Datu is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Lahad Datu Airport (LDU), 1 km (1 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 4,498 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Tawau Airport (TWU, 82 km).
Arriving in Samarinda
Samarinda is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport (BPN), 91 km (57 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,202 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Aji Pangeran Tumenggung Pranoto International Airport (AAP, 17 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport | BPN | 91 km (57 mi) | 8,202 ft | 12 ft |
| Aji Pangeran Tumenggung Pranoto International Airport (regional) | AAP | 17 km (11 mi) | 7,382 ft | 82 ft |
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Staying in Samarinda
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Common questions
How far is Samarinda from Lahad Datu?
627 km (390 mi) in a straight line, south of Lahad Datu.
How long does it take to get from Lahad Datu to Samarinda by air?
About 1 h 33 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lahad Datu and Samarinda?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Lahad Datu to Samarinda flights?
Typically Lahad Datu Airport (LDU) to Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport (BPN); Samarinda also has AAP.
What currency do I need in Samarinda?
The Rupiah (IDR).
Where can I stay in Samarinda?
Our booking partner lists 75 places to stay in Samarinda, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.